TR 23.863 – SMS over IMS for MSISDN-less UEs
3GPP TR 23.863 is the 3GPP Technical Report for SMS over IMS for MSISDN-less UEs. It is published in 2 releases (Rel-11 to Rel-12); the latest version is 12.0.0 in Rel-12.
Enhances SMS delivery in IMS to support UEs without an MSISDN, enabling M2M and person-to-person SMS.
Releases and versions of TR 23.863
| Release | Latest version | Links |
|---|---|---|
| Rel-12 | 12.0.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
| Rel-11 | 1.5.0 | Read · Download (3GPP) |
Scope of TR 23.863
Category: Services (IMS). Technology generation: Multi-Gen. Network layer: Services.
Who should read this specification?
- Network operators
- Device manufacturers
- Researchers and academics
Implementation notes
Complexity level: Intermediate. Implementation difficulty: Medium.
Key technologies
Other specifications in the 23 series
- TR 23.859 LIPA and SIPTO at Local Network Architecture
- TR 23.860 Codec Rate Adaptation Enhancements Study
- TR 23.861 Network-Based IP Flow Mobility (NBIFOM)
- TR 23.862 Interworking Solutions for Mobile Operators & Data Apps
- TR 23.865 Enhancements for WLAN Network Selection
- TR 23.866 Energy Efficiency Deployment Study
- TR 23.867 IMS Emergency Services Architecture
- TR 23.868 Study on IMS Emergency Calls
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Frequently asked questions
What is 3GPP TR 23.863?
3GPP TR 23.863 is the 3GPP Technical Report for SMS over IMS for MSISDN-less UEs. Enhances SMS delivery in IMS to support UEs without an MSISDN, enabling M2M and person-to-person SMS.
Which 3GPP releases include TR 23.863?
TR 23.863 is published in 2 releases, from Rel-11 to Rel-12. The latest version on 3GPP Explorer is 12.0.0 (Rel-12).
What category does TR 23.863 belong to?
TR 23.863 belongs to the Services (IMS) category of 3GPP specifications. It applies to Multi-Gen networks.
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